Healthcare Compliance

Guidance on Psychiatric Evaluation and Discharge Practices

The New York State Office of Mental Health and Department of Health have issued updated joint guidance on psychiatric evaluation and discharge practices for individuals with behavioral health conditions. This update aligns with recent changes to state regulations and provides guidance for emergency departments, comprehensive psychiatric emergency programs, and inpatient psychiatric units.

Missouri Failed to Collect $12.2M in Medicaid Drug Rebates

The HHS Office of Inspector General (OIG) found that Missouri failed to collect $12.2 million in federal rebates for Medicaid physician-administered and pharmacy drugs between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2022. The OIG recommends Missouri refund the federal government $9.7 million for physician-administered drugs and $2.5 million for pharmacy drugs.

State Revokes/Suspends Health Care Provider Licenses

The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses, certifications, or registrations of four health care providers due to findings of neglect or abuse of vulnerable adults. These actions prohibit the individuals from practicing or having unsupervised access to vulnerable populations.

HHS OIG: West Virginia Failed to Collect $6.1M in Medicaid Drug Rebates

The HHS Office of Inspector General found that West Virginia failed to collect an estimated $6.1 million in federal rebates for physician-administered drugs dispensed to Medicaid managed-care enrollees. The audit identified failures in internal controls that prevented the state from invoicing manufacturers for these rebates.

ACF Contract for Unaccompanied Alien Children Services Noncompliant

The HHS OIG found that the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) awarded a $529 million sole source contract for unaccompanied alien children services in a noncompliant manner. The contract was double the cost estimate and lacked required pre-award documentation.

Pharmacist Robert E Jennings Jr Discipline on File

The Florida Department of Health has a disciplinary action on file for Pharmacist Robert E Jennings Jr. The license verification indicates a public complaint and disciplinary action are present, requiring further review by clicking the relevant tabs. This information is publicly available as of February 18, 2026.

Pharmacist Karen M Small Discipline and Public Complaint Record

The Florida Department of Health has updated the public record for pharmacist Karen M Small, indicating that discipline and a public complaint are on file. The data was last updated on February 18, 2026, and her license is active until September 30, 2027.

Pharmacist Frank Spadaccini Faces Disciplinary Action

The Florida Department of Health is taking disciplinary action against pharmacist Frank Spadaccini, license number PS39752. The license verification data indicates disciplinary action is on file and a public complaint has been filed.

State of Florida Pharmacist License Discipline Record

The State of Florida Department of Health has updated the license verification for Pharmacist Traniece Fullwood, indicating a discipline action is on file. This update signifies a change in the professional standing of the licensee.

Pharmacist John Laud-Hammond Faces Discipline

The Florida Department of Health has imposed disciplinary obligations on pharmacist John Laud-Hammond. The license verification indicates 'Discipline on File' and 'Public Complaint' are present, requiring further review of specific actions taken.